Consumer receptiveness to universal design features |
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| Authors: | Teresa L. Nunn Anne L. Sweaney Brenda J. Cude Jan M. Hathcote |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Georgia Center for Continuing Education, The University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA;2. Department of Housing and Consumer Economics, Dawson Hall, Athens, GA, USA;3. Department of Housing and Consumer Economics, The University of Georgia, Dawson Hall, Athens, GA, USA;4. Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors, The University of Georgia, Dawson Hall, Athens, GA, USA |
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| Abstract: | As homeowners age and struggle to adapt to the built environment, the addition of universal design features could allow added mobility and independence within their homes. Universal design means building residences in such a way that they are usable to the greatest extent possible, by all ages and abilities. The research used a descriptive analysis of survey data from 444 randomly selected US households to determine which characteristics of universal design were currently used in homes. In addition, the research examined the desire for future universal design elements. The findings indicate that the particular design features desired in the future varied depending on age. These findings are especially relevant as the desire to age in place continues to grow among our ever‐increasing elderly population. |
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| Keywords: | Accessibility aging in place home adaptations home modifications universal design |
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